BMW 340I, X5 +4 more: Electrical system — starter assembly

The hazard

An overheated starter motor can ignite nearby combustible material in the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Dealers will replace the engine starter, free of charge. This recall includes vehicles repaired under recall 24V576 and those owners will need to have their vehicle repaired again. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2026. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov November 17, 2025.